Title: Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=181327&destination=Tairua%2C+Waikato%2C+New+Zealand&selected=106002101&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach ## Photo gallery for Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach ![Outdoor dining - Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach (Tairua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106002200/106002101/ff005d27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach (Tairua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106002200/106002101/5521b6fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach towels - Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach (Tairua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106002200/106002101/70bfec4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach (Tairua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106002200/106002101/39be2bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach (Tairua)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106010000/106002200/106002101/06a4f510.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Harbour Master's Cottage, where lush foliage and ancient trees create a serene backdrop for your coastal retreat. Step out for a morning walk up Paku's volcano peak or stroll down to the beach before unwinding on the deck with wine and taking in magnificent coastal views. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach Escape to a haven where time stands still and nature paints the perfect backdrop for your coastal retreat. Welcome to the Harbour Master's Cottage! Tucked away on the side of Paku, surrounded by lush foliage and embraced by ancient trees, our cottage offers a retreat like no other. Imagine.... stepping out the door for a morning walk up the achient volcano peak, strolling down the hill for a beach afternoon and finishing the day with wine on the deck taking in the magnificent coastal views. The old harbour masters cottage split over 2 levels the upper and original building is made up of a main bedroom (queen bed), bathroom/laundry, modern kitchen and living space with TV. The top level expands onto a large balcony and bbq facilities overlooking the ever-changing estuary and mountain scenery. A sheltered back deck with outdoor lounge is the perfect spot to gaze upon the bush of the mountain and beautiful old tree. The recently constructed lower level has an additional bathroom and own bathroom. There is also lower deck access that looks out over the water. This property is accessible via a long staircase and guests should consider this before booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Tairua, this cottage is in the mountains. Tairua Golf and Country Club and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tairua Beach and Mount Paku. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Amazing Water Views from the Harbour Masters Cottage! 2 mins walk to the beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn B. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great views We really enjoyed our stay thanks. Lovely views and lovely place. ##### Robyn B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane G. 12 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice and clean, great views, good kitchen with wide range of utensils etc Comfortable cottage.Ideal location for beaches and walks.Steps to house steep and deep (outdoor climbing style steps rather than like a staircase) to and from house. ##### Jane G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie E. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such a cute wee house with stunning views. Keen to return. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f5e7302c-ce3f-4283-8fd1-356867ee9a7d-1755397847041.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melanie E. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lynette S. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy Awesome view everything we needed. Great that we could take our dog. Close amenities restaurant supermarket etc. ##### Lynette S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### The K. 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tairua Very clean tidy property loved the veiws ##### The K. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry O. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in ##### Kerry O. 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